Sleep in a real Karen hilltribe village and enjoy the National Park of Doi Inthanon Non-touristic trek off the beaten track !

Are you in need of a refreshing and rejuvenating break in the great outdoors? If so, come and embark on a 2-day and 1-night adventure to the highest peak in Thailand, Doi Inthanon. Not only will you be able to take in the natural beauty of the mountain, but you'll also have the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the traditional way of life of the Karen People, an indigenous hill tribe that reside in the mountains and cultivate rice on terraced fields.

1st day

Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Chiang Mai between 8:00 and 8:30 am and take you to a local market for any last-minute shopping before your trek into the jungle.

Upon arriving at your guide's village, the first day will be dedicated to exploring the surrounding area. You will have the flexibility to tailor the level of the trek to your preference, as it's a private experience. If you prefer to spend more time in the village, that's not a problem.

If you do choose to go trekking, your guide will take you to beautiful and scenic locations, where you can see terraced rice fields (during the rainy season from May to October) and take a break by the waterfalls. Don't forget to bring your swimming suit.

After lunch, you will continue trekking and then take a car to enjoy traditional bamboo rafting. Afterwards, you will return to the village where your guide will escort you to your private room, a traditional wooden and bamboo house. You will have dinner with your guide, and even have the option to help cook, before retiring for the night.

2nd day

Are you ready for a new adventure? Today, you will enter the famous Doi Inthanon National Park, which is located close to the village. This is a great opportunity to visit the highest peak of Thailand at 2,565 meters before the crowds arrive and enjoy a peaceful setting. You will also have the chance to take a leisurely 20-minute walk on the Angkha trail, through the heart of the jungle.

Next, you will embark on the 2-hour round trip Kew Mae Pan Trail, which offers some of the most breathtaking panoramic views in Thailand. The trail sits at 2,200 meters above sea level, just a few hundred meters below Thailand's highest peak. The visibility can vary depending on the weather, you may see a clear sky mountain view or be surrounded by mist, and sometimes even a sea of clouds. Please note that during the rainy season, this trail is closed, and you will trek on the Pha Dok Siew trail, surrounded by rice fields.

After this amazing hike, you will visit the giant Pagodas of the King and Queen, and their beautiful gardens. Your guide will share information about the Thai monarchy and the significance of these pagodas. After lunch, you will stop at the Wachiratan waterfall to take some beautiful photographs. Your final stop will be at the National Royal Agricultural Station Inthanon, which is designed to promote highland agriculture among the hill tribes of the region. The main focus of this station is on the research and development of highland fisheries and cultivation of plants, vegetables, and fruits, with the goal of providing the people of the hill tribes with more earning opportunities and a better living environment.

Your guide will bring you back around 5:00 - 5:30 pm. As this is a private eco-trekking tour, we can also drop you off directly at the airport, bus station, train station, or any other location of your choice.

* Entrance fees in Doi Inthanon Park and pagodas not included

At the Heart of Akha Culture: a unique experience in the jungle, surrounded by coffee and tea plantations.

IMPORTANT: departure between 07h00 et 07h30

eco-private trekking Chiang Rai is the second largest province in northern Thailand. This region attracts many tourists thanks to its interesting sites such as the White Temple (Wat Rong Khung), the Black House, the hot springs, Mae Sai (on the border between Thailand and Burma), or even the discovery of the Golden Triangle and the Mekong River. This 3 days 2 nights program in Chiang Rai is dedicated to people seeking tranquility and a unique experience in contact with locals, the people of the Akha tribe. Come live a unique experience closer to Thai life, in a village in the jungle still preserved from mass tourism. The authenticity, the welcome and the smile of the inhabitants will transport you in the deep and True Thailand. The first day is devoted to visiting all the interesting sites of the region: the White Temple, the Black House, the Golden Triangle and the Mekong ... before sleeping in the Akha village.

A truly authentic journey off the beaten path with well-cared for and free animals.

Booking for 2 persons minimum, and 8 maximum!

Experience the ultimate adventure and witness elephants in their natural habitat, unencumbered by chains or hooks. Our camp, located deep in the jungle, offers a unique opportunity to observe these majestic creatures as they roam freely.

Unlike other camps, our location is not near a road and is not built for tourists. Instead, our elephants coexist with members of the White Karen ethnic hill tribe, who serve as your guides.


Our family camp is home to just five elephants. Upon arrival, you will have the opportunity to meet your new gentle giant friends and receive information on the daily schedule.

Elephants are truly awe-inspiring creatures, but they are also known for being friendly and inquisitive. There is no need to be scared, once you are ready, you can join the elephants for a mud spa and then assist in cleaning them in the river.

Throughout the day, you will learn how to create nutritious treats for your elephant companions and take guided walks through the hills behind the camp. As the elephants are free to roam, be prepared to follow them as they forage for food from bamboo tree to bamboo tree.

As the sun sets, you will visit a picturesque waterfall and an agricultural royal project before heading to the local village of your guide where you will meet his family and learn about the local culture. If you choose to, you are welcome to assist in preparing dinner and spend the night reflecting on your incredible day with the elephants.

On the second day, you will have the opportunity to explore the wild Thai jungle. After a delicious breakfast, you and your guide will depart from the village and embark on a 2-hour hike, where you will discover the natural beauty of the area, including flower farms and breathtaking rice terraces.
As it is a private trek, you have the flexibility to adjust the level of difficulty to your own abilities. Your guide will take you off the beaten path and provide a break, including the option to swim, at a secluded waterfall.

After the lunch, it will be time to go down to the village and the civilization. If you want, you can enjoy some bamboo rafting before to drive back to your hotel in Chiang Mai around 5pm.  

trek 2 days & 1 night at White Pakayaw Village in Maewang district and Kew Mae Pan
Non-touristic trek Off the beaten track !

✓ private trekking Our agency promotes the responsible tourism. This 3days 2nights eco trek will bring you outside of the beaten and touristy tracks in the South West of Chiang Mai : the wild Mae Wang region. Our guides are licenced, and natives from the local Karen hill tribe.
This package consists of 2 days 1 night trek in a non-touristic village and one day experience at « Kew Mae Pan » Natural Trail (located in the Doi Inthanon National park). ( between July and September, because of the rainy season, you will go the the Ang Kha Train instead ) Includes one night in an authentic village (White Pakayaw). Enjoy your new unforgettable experience !



The expedition at Kew Mae Pan is not available from July to September because of the rainy season. Instead, please consider this one at Doi Inthanon which is really similar.

* Entrance fees in Doi Inthanon and pagodas not included

Cool Trekking Chiang Mai promotes responsible tourism and offers eco treks, non touristy treks out of the beaten track in the remote area of Mae Wang

Minimum 2 people,

private trekking Cool Trekking Chiang Mai promotes responsible tourism and offers eco treks, non touristy treks out of the beaten tracks in the remote area of Mae Wan (South West of Chiang Mai, an hour drive). Don't be fooled by what people call eco trekking, our responsible trek respects ethnic minority, flora and fauna. Our licensed guide is a native of the Hill Tribe village where you will stay with his family. Our guide likes to bring new small trees and plant a new one with his guests.

• Enjoy the waterfall
• The greenery of the paddy rice field
• Presentation of the flora
• Karen culture and explanation of different Hill Tribe customs
• Sleep over night at the Karen village in locals' houses
• No inflatable rafting, games or other gimmick
• No recreational outdoor activity - if you like this, check our other trek
• Nature exploration by walking and taking time
• Licensed native tour guide from the village
• Unforgettable, authentic experience
• Sleep at the hill tribe village in a local house
• Real eco trekking near Chiang Mai: you can plant new trees with the guide
• Meeting with the guide prior to start to determine the route following your hiking level